The Pig Edge

We're taking a look back on the careers and experiences of two long-time Teagasc pig experts on this month’s Pig Edge.  

Brendan Lynch, former Head of Department and Chief Pig Scientist, and Michael Martin, former Head of Department and Pig Specialist join Amy Quinn to talk about their careers.

From their early days in the pig industry to the pivotal moments that shaped their careers, Brendan and Michael offer first-hand insights into the major changes and challenges in Irish pig production, along with their proudest achievements. 

Join us as we uncover their thoughts on the past, present, and future of Ireland’s pig industry.

For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to:
https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/

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For the latest Pig Edge podcast, we’re diving into all the details of the upcoming Annual Teagasc Pig Farmers’ Conference, which is celebrating 30 years of the conference this year. 

On this episode, we’re joined by Ciarán Carroll, Louise Clarke and Michael McKeon from the advisory team in the Teagasc Pig Development Department as we explore what's in store for this milestone event.

The conference is taking place on October 22nd at the Horse and Jockey Hotel, Co. Tipperary, and on October 23rd at the Farnham Estate in County Cavan. As always, this event brings together pig producers, stakeholders, and members of the Pig Development Department for insightful presentations and discussions. 

It promises a wide-ranging technical programme, featuring talks from both guest speakers and the Teagasc Pig Development Department staff, all designed to help you stay ahead. Plus, it's a fantastic opportunity to connect with familiar faces in the industry.   

For more information go to:

https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/events/ 

For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to:
https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/

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Manure management has been a much talked-about topic on farms this year. 

On August 21st, the Nutrient Importation Storage Scheme (NISS) was announced as part of the Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Schemes (TAMS III) by the Minister for Agriculture, Food, and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue. 

For this episode of The Pig Edge, we're joined by Specialised Pig Advisor, Emer McCrum, to explore what this new scheme means for pig producers and how it could impact their business.

For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to:
https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/

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This month’s Pig Edge is focusing on breeding and reproduction and Amy Quinn is joined by Teagasc Specialised Pig Advisor, Emer McCrum, to share her thoughts and experiences on the common themes and issues from around the country.

For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to:
https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/

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The 2023 Teagasc National Pig Herd Performance Report has just been released, revealing some notable changes in our key performance indicators for the 2023 year. 

To delve into the report and analyse the figures and trends in detail, we have Specialised Pig Advisor Ger McCutcheon with us for the latest episode of The Pig Edge.

You can download and read the report in full here:

https://www.teagasc.ie/publications/2024/national-pig-herd-performance-report-2023.php

For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to:
https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/

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The Teagasc pig team are in the final stages of preparation for their research event, the Pig Open Day 2024, which will take place at 10am on Wednesday May 22nd in the Paddy O’Keeffe Innovation Centre, Teagasc Moorepark, Fermoy, Co. Cork and 10am Friday May 24th in Ballyhaise Agricultural College, Co. Cavan. 

On this bonus episode of the Pig Edge, Ciarán Carroll, Head of Knowledge Transfer, gives an insight into what you can expect on the day.

To register in advance for the Teagasc Pig Open Day 2024, just go to:
https://bit.ly/49EhmJF 

For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to:
https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/

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The Teagasc Pig Development Department is internationally renowned for its research, primarily focusing much of our programme on conducting research that can produce tangible benefits for commercial farmers on the ground in Ireland. 

For this latest episode of The Pig Edge, Amy Quinn is joined by pig nutrition researcher, Peadar Lawlor, to look at the economic benefits of research.

Teagasc Pig Open Day 2024

We are also delighted to invite all pig farmers and pig industry stakeholders to the Teagasc Pig Open Day 2024, on Wednesday May 22nd in the Paddy O’Keeffe Innovation Centre, Moorepark, Fermoy, Co. Cork and Friday May 24th in Ballyhaise Agricultural College, Ballyhaise, Co. Cavan, starting at 10am in both locations.

Please register for this event below or contact Niamh Allen at 025 42457 or [email protected]

Link to register for open day: 

https://us18.list-manage.com/survey?u=a7b8c417dc058d8eaf18cadc1&id=ce0969e986

For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to:
https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/

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Kieran Keane, Pig Research Technician specialising in nutrition, with the Teagasc Pig Development Department joins Amy Quinn on the latest Pig Edge podcast to discuss current feed ingredient prices, the new Teagasc pig feed lab and current and upcoming Teagasc pig nutrition research trials.

For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to:
https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/

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Fiona O' Meara, Commercial Pig Nutritionist with Inform Nutrition, joins Amy Quinn on the latest episode of The Pig Edge to discuss all things pig nutrition, from dry sow fibre levels to the aftermath of zinc oxide removal and finisher phase feeding.

For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to:
https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/

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Here in the Pig Development Department in Teagasc, our team carry out three key services in the areas of Research, Advisory and education which are co-ordinated to assist Irish farmers in maximising productivity and profitability, whilst operating to the highest standards. 

On the latest Pig Edge podcast, Amy Quinn is joined by Edgar Garcia Manzanilla, Head of the Pig Development Department, to talk us through what you can expect from the Pig Development Department in the year ahead.

For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to:
https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/

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